Coliseum Theatre, Kuala Lumpur

Name: Coliseum Theatre
Address: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

#60 among attractions in Kuala Lumpur

Nightlife, Cinema, Comedy club

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The Coliseum Theatre is a cinema in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. One of the oldest cinemas in the country, it was built in 1920 by the Chua family led by Chua Cheng Bok. ()

Local name: Teater Coliseum Opened: 1920 (104 years ago)Architectural style: Art DecoCoordinates: 3°9'13"N, 101°41'46"E

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Bukit BintangKuala Lumpur Malaysia

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Day trips

Coliseum Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kuala Lumpur Tower, Central Market, National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park.

0.5 miE
Landmark tower with panoramic views
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Large 1960s mosque in landscaped gardens
National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur
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Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park, Kuala Lumpur
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Iconic building with domes and clocktower
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0.4 miSW
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Coliseum Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Panggung Bandaraya DBKL, Kuala Lumpur (7 min walk), St. Mary's Cathedral, Kuala Lumpur (8 min walk), Jamek Mosque, Kuala Lumpur (9 min walk), St. John's Cathedral, Kuala Lumpur (9 min walk).

How to get to Coliseum Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Coliseum Theatre:

Bus

Menara DBKL • Lines: Red (3 min walk)
Munshi Abdullah • Lines: Blue (5 min walk)

Light rail

Bandaraya • Lines: Ag, Sp (5 min walk)
Masjid Jamek • Lines: Ag, Kj, Sp (8 min walk)

Train

Bank Negara (6 min walk)
Medan Tuanku (12 min walk)

Metro

Pasar Seni • Lines: 9 (20 min walk)
Merdeka • Lines: 9 (23 min walk)